the story
Marcus Bullock was sixteen years old when he was sentenced to eight years in an adult maximum-security prison. Today, he’s the founder and CEO of Flikshop, the mobile application keeping families connected to incarcerated loved ones.
The greatest stories don't always make the biggest headlines. The Underdog Paradox chronicles the journeys of five entrepreneurs who defied the odds en route to building a brighter future.
early praise
"It is impossible to walk away from this book without feeling immensely inspired."
NNAMDI NWAEZEAPU
Author of Doctor, Lawyer, Engineer
"Jamie captures the triumphs of five people beating the odds."
JARED LEVINSON
Author of More than a Balance Sheet
"This book shares lessons we all can learn from. Truly inspiring!"
MARIE ENGLESSON
Author of Among Friends and Fraudsters
about me
I am a writer based in Brooklyn, NY.
My breakthrough title, The Underdog Paradox, is an Amazon #1 Bestseller, in 10,000+ bookstores, and 130+ countries.
Each week, I organize my favorite flash fiction into a series of short stories on Substack.